Leave It to Me

A naive young man is accidentally appointed as the ambassador to a fictional European country, where he falls for a woman with a mysterious past. Complications arise due to political intrigue and his own good-natured but bumbling attempts to navigate the diplomatic world. The story unfolds with musical numbers and comedic misunderstandings.

As an early musical comedy, 'Leave It to Me' was generally received as lighthearted entertainment, typical of its era. While not critically acclaimed as a groundbreaking film, it was appreciated for its musical numbers and comedic performances.

• Praised for its cheerful musical numbers and light comedic tone.

• The plot is often described as thin but serves as a pleasant vehicle for the songs and gags.

• Performances, particularly from Victor Moore, are noted for their charm and comedic timing.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Leave It to Me' is difficult to gauge due to its age and limited availability. Early reviews likely focused on its entertainment value as a musical comedy.

While the film itself is obscure, the song 'Rhythm of the Rain' from the musical version of 'Leave It to Me' (a different stage production) became a hit for The Cascades in the 1960s, though it was not featured in this 1930 film adaptation.